Childcare Program Teacher

Salvation Army Tucson; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 23,298 - 33,182; Part time

Job summary

Salvation Army Tucson is seeking a Childcare Program Lead in Broomfield, Colorado. This role oversees approximately 25 children in a childcare environment, ensuring safety and the implementation of daily activities and programming. The ideal candidate will assist the childcare director and maintain state licensing standards.

We require strong communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to be a positive role model. This part-time role offers a pay rate of $20.50/hr.

Qualifications

• Must be a mandatory reporter.
• Able to type at least 45 wpm and use office equipment.
• Mature and able to work with supervisory staff under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and care for 25 children in a childcare environment.
• Assist with transportation during the program when required.
• Lead a group of school-aged children in activities.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Team player attitude

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Ability to manage participant behavior

Education

Meeting state licensing standards

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Requisition Number: CHILD024373

Posted: May 20, 2026

FLSA Status: Part Time – non-exempt

Reports to: Corps Officer

Schedule: Varies, 25 hrs/week

Rate of Pay: $20.50/hr

Closing Date: 6/16/2026

Locations

Broomfield Corps
Salvation Army Birch Street
1080 Birch Street
Broomfield, CO 800201443, USA

Function Overview

The Childcare Program Lead oversees and cares for approximately 25 children in a childcare environment. Child safety and personal participation are essential to the duties of this position. The Childcare Program Leader oversees after‑school and summer day camp programming for school‑aged children and supports the daily operations of the program. This includes setting up and breaking down daily activities, facilitating games and activities, enforcing rules, maintaining state licensing standards, communicating with parents in person, by phone, and via email, and communicating daily responsibilities by the Program Director, depending on the program's needs and the strength of the Program Leader. The Childcare Program Lead will assist with transportation when required during the program.

Specifications

This position involves assisting the childcare director of the Broomfield Corps with the childcare program. Training and screening to meet the state of Colorado's licensing standards and requirements must be completed before working with children. Schedule: 1:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. during ASP and 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. for other times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position is required to be a mandatory reporter.
• Be a positive role model for school‑aged children.
• Maintain all state licensing standards and The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Assist the Director and additional Program Leader in planning and implementing activities.
• Lead a group of school‑aged children with the assistance of another Program Leader, Program Aide or under the supervision of the Program Director.
• Facilitate activities including but not limited to group games, arts and crafts, STEM, and active play.
• Take attendance of children before and after each transition.
• Implement program rules and discipline strategies. Encourage good behavior.
• Monitor and manage participant behavior during travel and in public while on field trips.
• Maintain an environment where all children feel safe.
• Fill out incident, behavior, notice or concern reports as needed.
• Assist with participant drop off and pick up by checking the participant pick up list and verifying parent/guardian identification.
• Maintain confidentiality of all participant files.
• Communicate with parents/guardians. Provide updates, inform of injuries or behavior issues, answer questions or concerns, and give insight into their child’s day.
• Supervise school‑aged children during field trips.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, and clean up.
• Perform set up and clean up for the day, including sweeping, cleaning tables and chairs, storing activity supplies, cleaning toys, taking out trash, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Report all issues or concerns to the Program Director.
• Perform other duties as required.

General Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and can motivate others.
• Mature and able to work with key employees and supervisory staff, working under minimum supervision.
• Able to take initiative.
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Capable of maintaining a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and precise, and maintain accurate filing systems.
• Capable of handling and controlling multiple projects.
• Demonstrate a strong “team player” attitude and a passion for those served.

Specific Qualifications

• Able to type at least 45 wpm and use other office equipment. Computer proficient, effective in the use and implementation of Microsoft Office, which includes Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and communication skills in English (Spanish is also desirable), including spelling and grammar skills.
• Ability to maintain a cheerful and positive attitude under periods of stress, and in helping “negative” people.
• Willingness to work as a “team player” in the staff environment. A desire to work in partnership with staff for the good of the whole office in a positive and upbeat manner.
• Well‑organized, self‑motivated, capable of organizing and completing duties with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of The Salvation Army practices and organization desirable.
• Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files and file cabinet drawers and reach overhead.
• Ability to operate telephone.
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Ability to lift to 35 lbs. (usually file and food boxes).
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
• Ability to understand written information.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the position’s essential duties with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the position’s physical requirements. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation is reasonable and undue hardships will not result.

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